MotherLand Maternity Blog

We hope you enjoy reading our maternity fashion blog. Our aim is provide a great range of affordable maternity clothes to pregnant bellies everywhere. We want to provide you with maternity fashion tips and ideas to help you mix and match your maternity clothes to strech your budget further. We hope you feel stylish and beautiful during this amazing time of your life.

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, what better gift to give an expecting mum than a gift from the MotherLand range. If you’re an expecting mum, whether it’s your first, second, third or fourth pregnancy the anticipation of the arrival of your new baby is a very exciting and special time to cherish. With so much time spent focusing on the preparation for your new baby we sometimes forget to put ourselves first and hesitate at spending money on clothes that we may think have a limited time use.

The range at Motherland Maternity has been meticulously designed using excellent quality fabrics that allow room to grow and are also suitable to be worn post pregnancy. Not only is the Motherland range modern and fashionable, it’s also very affordable and won’t break the budget. Motherland offers an extensive range including; maternity cargo pants, maternity leggings, maternity office pants, maternity dresses, maternity jeans, maternity shorts, maternity and breastfeeding tops, nappy bags and so much more, the options are endless.

With so much time spent at home, especially in the early days, maternity and breastfeeding pyjamas and nightie’s are an essential purchase for any Mum. Alternatively if you’re having a night out, MotherLand also offers a range of glamorous maternity dresses to make you feel special for a night out.

If you are looking for a Mother’s Day gift for either an expecting mum or a mum with a newborn, give the gift of choice with a MotherLand Gift Voucher.

To all the mums out there, relax and enjoy the day. Take time to spoil yourself and give yourself a well deserved break. Happy Mother’s Day from MotherLand!

Morning sickness can happen to any pregnant woman. Some of the old wives’ tales tend to hint that morning sickness happens more if you’re pregnant with a girl but that isn’t always the case.

It’s important to know that morning sickness can occur at any time of the day and at any stage throughout your pregnancy, not just ‘in the morning’. It tends to show itself more so in the morning and that’s where it gets its

name from but it can strike at any time really.

Here are some easy ways to help curb morning sickness throughout your pregnancy.

Eat throughout the day

It’s very important to not forget to eat, even if you’re feeling nauseous. Your body is in the process of making a baby and it needs all the healthy nutrition that it can get.

It can be extremely tempting to not eat at all if you’re experiencing feelings of nausea, but don’t forget that you and your growing baby do need to get nutrients to each other in order for your bodies to work harmoniously together.

Keep it simple

The best foods to eat if morning sickness is setting you back is bland foods like crackers (water crackers, saltines, wheat thins, rice cakes), plain cereal, and carbohydrate-rich items like toast, pretzels, muslie bars.
Greasy, fatty foods may feel good in the moment but will soon heighten your nauseating feelings so it’s best to steer clear of those.

Slow things down

Moving too fast can also trigger your morning sickness into a frenzied state, so pace yourself and don’t rush.
This slower state can be a tremendous help, especially at the beginning of your day. Taking some extra time to fully wake up and start your day on a slower scale can help you, your mindset, and your body get morning sickness under control before it starts to take over.

Know your trigger smells

Some women experience an increased sensitivity to smells while they are pregnant. If you’re one of them, then get to know your trigger smells avoid them when possible.

Reach for some everyday things

Some women have found relief from morning sickness in everyday things like ginger and lemons. It can’t hurt to try them, right?

Pour yourself a tall glass of ginger ale, munch on some gingersnaps, or make a warm cup of ginger tea and see if any of those help call down the nauseousness.

To incorporate lemons into the mix you can try a tall glass of homemade lemonade, squeeze some lemon juice into your water, brew some lemon tea, or try lighting a lemon scented candle. Ginger and lemons are easy, cheap, and natural ways to help get you through the morning sickness.

 It’s very important to stay hydrated throughout your entire pregnancy and even more so if you’ve been vomiting. Severe dehydration can mean a trip to the emergency room, so it’s best to take preventative measures and always keep water with you regardless of where you are.

 If you’re feeling like nothing is helping you with these feelings of nausea, then call your doctor. There are medications you can take during pregnancy that can help lessen the morning sickness.

Always do your own research and write down your concerns and questions. Bring them with you to your doctor’s visit. Working together with your doctor is always the best way to help overcome pregnancy concerns.

Being pregnant and caring for a newborn baby can be completely exhausting for any pregnant women or mother of a small baby, especially when you also have older children to care for. I think pregnant women throughout the world would agree that a comfortable nights sleep can make all the difference. This is especially important during the later stages of your pregnancy and in the first few months of your newborns life, when changes to a pregnant womens body can take its’ toll physically. Any new mum who is feeding a newborn baby every 3-4 hours would also agree that feeling comfortable whilst sleeping and breastfeeding is a high priority. I recall the feeling of complete exhilaration when I finally had six hours of uninterrupted sleep when each of my children starting sleeping longer between breastfeeds.

There is such an extensive range of maternity clothing available now and investing in some comfortable maternity sleepwear is well worth the money. Whether you prefer maternity pyjamas or a comfortable maternity nightie there is an array of styles to choose from. If you want to get the best value for your maternity sleepwear purchase the girls at motherLand recommend that you choose a pair that is also designed for breastfeeding. This will ensure that you are able to breastfeed comfortable which makes the world of difference when you are feeding late at night, early in the morning or if unexpected guest drop by. We also recommend that you choose maternity sleepwear made from great quality, stretchy fabrics that will cater perfectly to the changing shape of your body throughout your pregnancy as your belly expands and then after your baby is born. Maternity pyjamas pants vary in style – some are designed to be worn over your baby bump, some are designed to be worn under your belly whilst others are designed to worn either over your bump or folded down and worn underneath. MotherLand has recently introduced a luxurious bamboo maternity nightie (picture above) which is also designed for breastfeeding. It is made from a super soft, luxuriously comfortable fabric and would also make the perfect gift for your favourite pregnant girl to pack in her hospital bag.

Many women feel self conscious when they need to breastfeed in public, particularly when it’s new and both mum and baby are still mastering the art. As most mums know, things don’t always go according to plan and you may find yourself feeding your baby in an unexpected place at an unexpected time. It can often be difficult to find the right clothing that is suitable for breastfeeding allowing new mums to feel comfortable and at ease, which is very important whilst breastfeeding.

Motherland Maternity specialises in breastfeeding wear, with a range that includes breastfeeding tops, breastfeeding dresses and breastfeeding sleepwear. The Motherland range is both stylish and modern and allows for easy and discreet breastfeeding, eliminating the anxiety that is often associated with breastfeeding in public places.

Motherland Maternity also stocks a full and comprehensive range of maternity clothing including maternity jeans, cargo pants, dresses, shorts, office wear, sleep wear and more. Best of all, the Motherland range is affordable and can be purchased online at your convenience.

It’s perfectly natural and normal to have a post baby belly for some time after giving birth. Everyone’s body adjusts differently after birth and some find it easier to lose those extra kilo’s, whilst for others it’s not so easy. No one wants to feel self conscious about their post baby shape and trying to find the right outfit can be tricky.

Motherland Maternity offers an extensive range of maternity clothing that is suitable throughout your entire pregnancy and beyond. Our maternity pants have adjustable waistbands or soft comfortable belly bands that are perfect to be worn throughouht the various stages of your pregnancy as well as during the post natal months.

Motherland also offers a full range of maternity and breastfeeding tops that will flatter your changing shape. A great alternative to maternity pants and maternity tops are our beautiful range of maternity dresses. Motherland stocks a wide variety of styles and sizes, including plus size maternity wear.

Motherland not only offers easy online shopping from home but great value for money. Our maternity clothes are meticulously designed with rigorous fit testing for both comfort and style. For great maternity & breastfeeding wear, look no further than Motherland Maternity.

Stuck for ideas for a pregnancy gift? Want to avoid the Christmas rush looking for the perfect gift? Look no further than Motherland Maternity’s Online Shop. Purchase from the comfort and convenience of your home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Motherland accepts payments by direct deposit into our bank account or by Paypal. We offer a full range of maternity clothing, including maternity jeans, maternity tops, maternity dresses, maternity shorts, maternity sleepwear, maternity pants, maternity cargo's, breastfeeding tops, breastfeeding dresses and much much more. If you are not completely satisfied with your MotherLand purchase for any reason we will happily offer an exchange or refund. Alternatively, give the gift of choice and purchase a Motherland Maternity Gift Voucher for any chosen value. MotherLand gift vouchers are valid for 1 year. The team at Motherland wish all of our customers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Mums and dads have always been curious about the sex of the child they are carrying. In the days before scans were available, women used all kinds of weird and wonderful methods of defining the sex of their child. Here are a few Old Wives’ Tales that I have heard. Remember though, that they are ONLY for fun.

If your left breast is bigger than the right during pregnancy, you're having a girl. If the right is bigger, it'll be a boy. If they are the same size, you're in for a surprise!

If you get moody during pregnancy you are more likely to have a girl. This is because all women are moody, and when carrying a girl you become doubly so.

If you carry the baby out front (others can’t see your pregnancy from behind) then you will have a boy. If others can tell that you are pregnant when looking at you from behind, then you will have a girl.

Have the mum-to-be pick up a key. If she picks it up by the round end, it will be a boy. If she picks it up by the long end, it will be a girl. Should she pick it up at the middle, twins are on the way.

If the mother's age at conception and the year of conception are both even or both odd, the baby is a girl. If one is even and one is odd, the baby is a boy.

Ask the mum-to-be to pick a number. Match the number with the corresponding letter of the alphabet (A=1, B=2 etc). Then ask her to choose a name beginning with that letter. If she chooses a boy’s name, it will be a boy. If she chooses a girl’s name, it will be a girl.

Hang a gold pendant (preferably one the mother wears often) over the palm of the mother’s hand. If the pendant moves in a circular motion, it will be a girl. If it swings back and forth, a boy is on the way.

If the mum-to-be was the more aggressive partner when the baby was conceived, it will be a boy. If the father was the more aggressive, the baby will be a girl.

If you suffer from acne during pregnancy, you will have a girl.

What side does the mum-to-be lay on while she's resting? If she lies on her left, it's a boy; on her right, it's a girl.

If young boys (pre-school age) show interest in you while you're pregnant, it will be a girl. If they ignore you, expect a boy.

Ask the mum-to-be to show you her hands. If she shows them palms up, it's a girl; palms down, a boy.

If you dream of girls, you will have a boy. If you dream of boys, you will have a girl.

Comfort, Convenience and Style ! Feeling comfortable and getting as much sleep as possible in the later months of your pregnancy and the weeks following the birth of your baby are some of the most challenging tasks faced by new mums and mums to be. For this reason, comfort is of paramount importance. Our maternity sleepwear range is designed to have you feeling comfortable without compromising your style - so good in fact, that if you don't feel like getting out of your pyjamas they are also great for lounging around the house in. Our maternity pyjamas and maternity nighties are essential items for every pregnant gal. With the added convenience of a breastfeeding singlet underneath the top layer they are perfect for late night and early morning feeds if you plan to breastfeed. Our maternity and breastfeeding sleepwear range will make a great gift for your special mum to be. Our final tip - don't forget to pack them in your hospital bag !